Emergency Preparedness Focus of Fifth Annual Public Health Symposium
Division of Public Health | Newsroom | Date Posted: Friday, November 4, 2016
More than 160 emergency preparedness stakeholders attended the fifth annual Public Health Preparedness Symposium this week at Delaware Technical Community College’s Terry Campus in Dover. The Division of Public Health (DPH), Emergency Medical Services and Preparedness Section, planned the event for representatives of federal, state, and local government, and non-governmental organizations as a way to enhance communications between DPH and its stakeholders.
Governor Markell Declares Radiation Protection Week at Delaware Tech Students’ Open House
Division of Public Health | Newsroom | Date Posted: Thursday, November 3, 2016
s 17 second-year Radiologic Technology students looked on, Governor Jack Markell signed a proclamation designating Nov. 6-12, 2016 as Radiation Protection Week. The signing occurred at Delaware Technical Community College’s (DTCC) Jack F. Owens Campus in Georgetown. The occasion preceded an annual student-run Radiologic Technology Open House where students demonstrated their knowledge of medical x-ray imaging equipment and procedures at seven stations. The event also celebrated a trio of anniversaries: the 50th anniversary of the college, the 40th anniversary of the Authority on Radiation Protection, and the 30th anniversary of the Radiologic Technology Program at the Owens Campus.
Open Enrollment Continues through January 31 for Delaware’s Health Insurance Marketplace
Insurance Commissioner | Newsroom | Date Posted: Wednesday, November 2, 2016
The open enrollment period for health insurance plans offered in 2017 through Delaware’s Health Insurance Marketplace ends on January 31, 2017. If you want coverage to begin on January 1, you need to enroll in a plan by December 15. Delaware residents who are looking for personal assistance with selecting a plan should visit www.choosehealthde.com to connect with health navigators who provide free support. Consumers can select or change plans on their own at www.healthcare.gov.
Governor’s Weekly Message Transcript: Honoring Teachers for Their Role in Shaping Our Children’s Future
Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Newsroom | Date Posted: Friday, October 28, 2016
Governor Markell recognizes Delaware’s 2017 Teacher of the Year, Mount Pleasant Elementary’s Wendy Turner.
Delaware Medicare Assistance Bureau Can Help You Choose Drug Plans
Insurance Commissioner | Newsroom | Date Posted: Friday, October 28, 2016
Medicare’s annual open enrollment period continues until December 7. If you’re a Medicare recipient, now is the time to review the options for 2017 Part D prescription drug plans. The Delaware Medicare Assistance Bureau (DMAB) exists to assist Delaware’s Medicare recipients with their questions related to Medicare, Medicare Advantage and prescription drug plans.
